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Anatomy-Breast Cancer Treatment Flashcards

(5 cards)

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Q

How are most breast tumors biopsied?

A

Most are detected as micro calcifications on mammogram a stereotactically biopsied by the radiologist.

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Current treatment recommendation for breast cancer?

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Lumpectomy, sentinel node biopsy and radiation therapy. Note that the sentinel node biopsy is used to differentiate between the need for hormonal therapy or chemotherapy.

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3
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Treatment for DCIS?

A

Surgery plus whole breast radiation

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4
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Treatment for BRCA + cancer?

A

Mastectomy + reconstructive surgery

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5
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When do you use MRI for DCIS?

A

Dense breasts and use of detection when cancer is detected on the contralateral side.

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